#768596 Hex Color
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This dusty, matte blue leans heavily into grey, offering an understated presence that works well for professional branding and UI backgrounds. It avoids the intensity of primary blues, making it a reliable choice for corporate or tech interfaces where clarity matters. Because black text maintains a strong 5.6:1 contrast ratio against it, #768596 works well as a grounding base for readable body copy.
Questions about #768596
What is #768596 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #768596 is rgb(118, 133, 150), in HSL hsl(212, 13%, 53%) and in CMYK 21%, 11%, 0%, 41%.
What colors pair well with #768596?
Because of its muted, desaturated character, #768596 pairs best with high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or crisp white. For a softer palette, it complements warm, sandy beiges, creating a sophisticated balance between the cool blue-grey and earthy tones.
Is #768596 readable on white or black?
#768596 has a 3.77:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.56:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.